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Find things to do and places to stay Lake Tarawera Scenic Reserve

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Getting there

Access to Tarawera Outlet is from Kawerau township (off SH 30 between Rotorua and Whakatane) via private forestry roads which require permits. The forest gate is closed during the hours of darkness. The forest road may be closed in summer when fire risk is high.

A number of DOC approved commercial operators provide tours, boat charters and transport options in the Lake Tarawera Scenic Reserve.

Access permits

Permits to the Tarawera Falls and Tarawera Outlet cost $10 per vehicle from 1 August 2018.